Thrive By Design: Business and Marketing Strategy for Fashion, Jewelry and Creative Brands
394 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 207 ratingsIs making beautiful jewelry your passion, yet you struggle to juggle the business side of your brand? Find out what makes an independent brand truly remarkable and profitable to stand out from your competition. Tune in to Thrive by Design with host, Tracy Matthews. She’s an award winning jewelry designer, Chief Visionary Officer of Flourish & Thrive Academy and Champion for Visionaries at Creatives Rule the World. More importantly, she’s been in your shoes and loves to share her experiences, successes and failures so you can build a business grounded in what you value most.
Each week, she delivers in-depth shows with sales and marketing strategies that consistently work to attract your perfect customers and keep them coming back for more. Plus, she dives deep into the systems and best practices that build a sustainable, profitable business for the long haul. Regardless if your a jewelry designer or a fashion and accessories brand, subscribe and tune in every week. So, join us as we interview major players in the jewelry industry and beyond, and learn how to start, scale and grow your brand from the biggest players in the industry.
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Ep 428: Ask Me Anything: Do I Need More Than One Dream Client for My Different Offers?
August 24, 2023 04:00 - 11 minutes - 22.3 MBIn my “ Supercharge Your Sales Challenge: Ask Me Anything” session, Emmy, an artist and business owner, asked this question because she started out by making clay, but then evolved into making jewelry and other gifting products. She raises such a great point for business owners with multiple collections – one that can often cause overwhelm and confusion. Do you need a dream client for each category, or are you targeting the same person? In the latest episode of the Thrive by Design Podca...
Ep 427: Ask Me Anything: How Do I Market to Two Separate Jewelry Audiences?
August 17, 2023 04:00 - 11 minutes - 15.8 MBEver wonder how to market to different client avatars without the overwhelm? You're not alone. Join me today on this episode of Thrive by Design as we unravel strategies to effectively market to two distinct audiences under one brand and website. You’ll meet Angeli Yara, a talented jewelry maker juggling her stunning creations and jewelry-making classes. Her question about catering to diverse audiences sparked this episode's golden insights, applicable to any jewelry brand with multiple ta...
EP426: 5 Ways to Use ChatGPT and Other AI Tools For Social Media Growth with Blair Kaplan Venables
August 10, 2023 04:00 - 34 minutes - 46.9 MBIf you've been curious about harnessing the potential of AI to enhance your connections and speed up content creation, you're in for a treat with this episode! Join me as I sit down with Blair Kaplan Venables, the founder of Blair Kaplan Communications and the Global Resilience Project. Back in 2008, when she was just 23 years old, Blair took a daring leap, leaving her job at Lululemon to venture into the world of entrepreneurship. During a time when social media marketing was still in ...
EP425: How 4 Designers Hit BIG Goals in Just 90 Days
August 03, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 83.4 MBIn Episode 425 of the Thrive by Design podcast, we have the pleasure of introducing four extraordinary jewelry designers who have achieved remarkable success within just 90 days after joining us for Train Your Customers to Buy Online 12-week sales accelerator. You’ll meet Erin Kandoll from Twisted Ginger Jewelry, Karla Hackman from Karla Hackman Designs, Elizabeth Cline from Shop Dreamers of Dreams and Hannah Kim from By Hannah Design. These four designers share a common goal—to achieve...
EP424: How to Leverage In Person Events to Grow Online Sales (and Get 200 New Email + SMS Subscribers in 3 Days)
August 01, 2023 04:00 - 31 minutes - 43 MBIn this captivating episode of the Thrive by Design podcast, we sit down with the brilliant jewelry designer Alex Boxall, the creative force behind Alex Kathlyn Accessories. Join us as we explore Alex's inspiring journey, from childhood creativity to building her online business and embracing newfound confidence. Rediscovering Her Passion and Navigating Challenges Alex's love for crafting jewelry began early in life, making friendship bracelets and wire-wrapped rings for her mom. When sh...
EP423: Transforming Your Creative Funk Into Your Best Year Ever with Donnette Roberts
July 27, 2023 06:00 - 27 minutes - 38.4 MBHave you ever found yourself stuck in a creative funk with your jewelry business? We've all been there! As creative entrepreneurs, rough patches of overwhelm and burnout can hit us unexpectedly, leaving us wondering how to keep the business going. In Episode 423 of the Thrive by Design podcast, get ready for an inspiring story that'll hit home for many of you. Join us as we dive into the journey of jewelry designer Donnette Roberts from Prickly Cactus Jewels. She faced burnout despite havi...
EP422: She’s on Track to Triple Her Sales This Year – Here’s How She Did It! with Erin Kandoll
July 25, 2023 04:00 - 30 minutes - 41.3 MBHave you ever felt like you hit rock bottom with your jewelry business, questioning whether your passion for creating beautiful pieces is destined to remain just an expensive hobby? On today’s episode of Thrive by Design, You’ll meet Erin Kandoll of Twisted Ginger Jewelry, who has a story that proves success often blooms from the darkest moments. In this special episode, we dive deep into Erin's incredible journey – from selling all her tools and supplies to reigniting her passion and beco...
EP421: The Power of Intention + Massive Action Helped This Jewelry Designer Sell $17K in Just 3 Days Rael Cohen
July 20, 2023 04:00 - 29 minutes - 40.4 MBEver wondered if it's truly possible to manifest your dream business and create the life you've always desired? Well, get ready for some mind-blowing inspiration because I have fantastic news for you - it's ABSOLUTELY within your reach! In this episode of the Thrive by Design podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with the incredible Rael Cohen of Rael Cohen Jewelry. Not only is she a jewelry genius, but she's also a graduate of our TYC program. Rael is living proof of the power of m...
EP420: 5 Ways to Increase Instagram Engagement Without Running Ads
July 18, 2023 04:00 - 18 minutes - 25.1 MBUnlock the secrets to a thriving online jewelry business on the Thrive by Design Podcast! Join host Tracy Matthews in Episode 420 as she shares how to maximize engagement on Instagram without spending a dime. Discover 5 killer strategies to turn your Instagram scrollers into raving fans and loyal customers. From leveraging Instagram Stories to engaging with ideal profiles, Tracy's golden tips will have your Instagram presence sizzling like never before. We've seen quite the rollercoast...
EP419: New Social App Update: Instagram's Threads App
July 13, 2023 13:36 - 16 minutes - 22.5 MBThreads is all the buzz lately! 100 million new users join in just the first week, which is crazy! You have to ask yourself (because who really needs yet another social media platform): Is it worth your time? Is it just another time suck? How can you leverage it for your business? The jury is still out, but for now, I’d say give it a try and just have fun experimenting. Will Threads replace Twitter? Or will it go the way of Clubhouse? Remember during the pa...
EP 418: You're Perfectly Flawesome with Kristina Mand-Lahkiani
July 11, 2023 13:30 - 41 minutes - 56.6 MBIn the latest episode of the Thrive by Design podcast, I had an inspiring conversation with Kristina Mand-Lahkiani, author of the empowering book, Becoming Flawesome. Kristina is also the co-founder of Mindvalley, the renowned personal development platform. Together, we explored the path to self-love and how it can transform your life. How we learn to be self-critical From a very young age, we are told that to succeed, we have to work on our weaknesses and mistakes. Kristina shared an...
EP418: You're Perfectly Flawesome with Kristina Mand-Lahkiani
July 11, 2023 10:34 - 41 minutes - 56.6 MBIn the latest episode of the Thrive by Design podcast, I had an inspiring conversation with Kristina Mand-Lahkiani, author of the empowering book, Becoming Flawesome. Kristina is also the co-founder of Mindvalley, the renowned personal development platform. Together, we explored the path to self-love and how it can transform your life. How we learn to be self-critical From a very young age, we are told that to succeed, we have to work on our weaknesses and mistakes. Kristi...
EP417: Anniversary Episode: Become Your Best Salesperson
July 05, 2023 04:00 - 28 minutes - 39.8 MBWhen you started your journey as a jewelry maker, you probably didn't anticipate the need to become a professional marketer as well. But here's the reality: if you're not actively marketing, it can be challenging to grow your business and engage your target audience. Today we’re celebrating the 11th Anniversary of Flourish & Thrive and sharing practical tips to simplify your marketing efforts, allowing you to focus on what you do best… creating stunning pieces of jewelry. Listen to Epis...
EP416: 11 FREE Ways to Build an Email List for Your Jewelry Business Using Social Media
June 27, 2023 20:08 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MBReady to leverage the power of social media platforms like Instagram to supercharge your email list growth? Don't worry, I won't leave you hanging if Instagram isn't your cup of tea—I've got a couple of other ideas up my sleeve too! Imagine the possibilities... social media has the incredible ability to connect you with people you might never have crossed paths with otherwise. It's like having a backstage pass to reach a whole new audience, and that's exactly what we're going to dive into ...
EP415: How to Prepare to Give Your Two Weeks Notice with Amy Porterfield
June 22, 2023 13:00 - 34 minutes - 47.4 MBAre you tired of the nine-to-five grind? Do you yearn for the freedom and fulfillment that comes with running your own business? If you've ever considered quitting your day job to pursue your jewelry business full time, then you're in for a treat. In Episode 415 of the Thrive by Design podcast I’m interviewing Amy Porterfield, an ex-corporate girl turned online marketing expert, author of the New York Times bestselling book Two Weeks Notice, and CEO of a multimillion-dollar business. I...
EP414: Grow Your Jewelry Business 3x Faster When You Buy Back Your Time with Dan Martell
June 15, 2023 04:00 - 56 minutes - 77 MBGrowing up in a dysfunctional environment with an alcoholic mother, ADHD, drug abuse, foster care, and prison, best-selling author of Buy Back Your Time, Dan Martell, has an incredible and inspirational story not to be missed. Despite feeling broken, Dan’s life took a positive turn when a prison guard named Brian expressed belief in him… “I don’t know what you’re doing here, man; you don’t belong here,” Brian said. This sparked a tiny seed of self-worth and eventually led Dan to a re...
Episode 413: Summer Reading List For Jewelry Business Owners – 2023 Edition
June 13, 2023 12:07 - 19 minutes - 26.5 MBCan you feel that? It's the warm embrace of summer wrapping around us, bringing with it a welcome slowdown for most jewelry business owners, unless you're one of the amazing souls bustling away at art shows and festivals. High-fives if that’s you! Either way, now's the perfect time to kick back, relax, and dive into some captivating summer reads before the holiday season rolls around. In Podcast Episode 413, I’m sharing my thoughtfully curated summer reading list to...
Episode 412: Meet Your New Favorite Summer Read – Tough Titties by Laura Belgray
June 08, 2023 04:00 - 34 minutes - 47.6 MBMeet Your New Favorite Summer Read – Tough Titties by Laura Belgray If you don’t already know Laura (ummm…hello?), then you should! She's an amazing copywriter, writer, and master storyteller, and she’s flippin’ hilarious. Laura has been a dear friend of mine for six or seven years and has been on the Thrive by Design podcast before, but today is extra special because she’s treating us to an inside look at her new book, Tough Titties, which releases on June 13th! Tough Titties Author ...
EP411: 5 ways to grow your business during the slow summer months
June 01, 2023 04:00 - 17 minutes - 23.6 MBOne of the reasons jewelry business founders feel frustrated during a slow season is that they're focused on a lack of sales instead of shifting their focus to how they can make the most of the slow summer months to grow their businesses. In Podcast Episode 411, I'll share 5 tips to maximize your slower months for greater impact and efficiency in your business... Catch up on learning: Revisit courses, join a new program like Momentum or Laying the Foundation, binge your favorite podcasts...
EP410: Creating a Clear Vision for the Future of Your Jewelry Business
May 25, 2023 04:00 - 14 minutes - 20.3 MBCreating a Clear Vision for the Future of Your Jewelry Business Do you have a clear vision for your business? If not, it's time to shift your focus from just making and selling to strategic planning. A clear vision improves communication with your audience, motivates your team, and fuels your business's growth. The first step to creating your vision is to get clear about what you desire from life and business, including your goals, personal aspirations, spirituality, and finances. Thi...
EP409: The 3 Crucial Steps Every Jewelry Business Owner Needs to Scale
May 18, 2023 15:08 - 37 minutes - 51.4 MBOne of the biggest mistakes I see a lot of jewelry business owners make, and business owners in general, is not taking the time to plan and document a vision of what they're trying to create. Without a vision, plan, or roadmap, it’s nearly impossible to get where you’re going and achieve those big goals that lead to success. Regardless of your business vision, whether it’s scaling to a thriving multiple 7 figure company, growing a 100K per year business, or simply building somet...
EP408: How to Work With a #2 To Scale Your Business
May 16, 2023 04:00 - 33 minutes - 45.5 MBIf you’ve hit a growth plateau in your business, there’s a good chance it’s time to hire your second in command. I’ve seen designers in our Flourish and Thrive community experience these plateaus, which keeps them from moving forward. They know they “should” be hiring, but they put it off because they’re unsure how to hire a great team member or which activities to let a number two take ownership of. This is a common stumbling block which is why I’m so excited to have Carla Garro and Sam...
EP407: How to Feel Cash Confident in Your Jewelry Business
May 11, 2023 04:00 - 29 minutes - 41 MBThere was a time when I was happy to stick my head in the sand when it came to business finances, P&L statements, and balance sheets. That didn’t bode well for me as I eventually declared bankruptcy for my first business. While I wouldn’t wish my experience on anyone, I did learn (the hard way) the importance of looking at and understanding my numbers. That’s why I’m so excited to have Melissa Houston on the Thrive by Design podcast today. Melissa is one of our Momentum coaches, the f...
EP406: 9 Step Process for Hiring an Awesome Team Member
May 04, 2023 04:00 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MBIn the beginning, when you're building a business on a shoestring, you’re probably doing everything yourself. But as your business grows, it can get overwhelming to continue doing all the things. So, how will you know when it’s time to hire? You’ll experience a profit or growth plateau. Your business might start backsliding. You start to suffer from the side effects of burnout. I’ve seen this happen typically around the 150k to 200k revenue mark with jewelry designers that have ...
EP405: How to Focus Your Time When To Scale Your Business from 100K to 500K to 1MM
May 03, 2023 20:30 - 31 minutes - 43 MBHow to Focus Your Time When To Scale Your Business from 100K to 500K to 1MM What got you here is not going to get you there. Even when you’ve had success in your business, you’ll need to adapt your strategy to get you to the next level. Growth requires plenty of introspection and getting out of the weeds to hire top talent and lead your team. Step into the role of leader and break through that glass ceiling. When you accept that you cannot possibly continue to do everything yourself...
EP404: What's the Objective? How Your Online Strategy Grows Your Entire Jewelry Biz
April 25, 2023 04:00 - 10 minutes - 14.5 MBThere’s one thing I know for sure… …just when you’ve streamlined your business processes or nailed some new piece of tech, things change! And probably more than once if you’re in business for more than a minute. As a business owner of multiple 6 and 7 figure businesses, I’ve learned many lessons over the years, but this one thing has been key to my growth, resilience, and survival... Being resourceful. If you can relate, you’ll love today’s episode! EP#404 is packed with loads ...
EP403: Instagram is Dead? How to Diversify Your Jewelry Marketing Strategy
April 18, 2023 13:00 - 38 minutes - 52.3 MBIs Instagram still a viable marketing channel for your jewelry business? Great question which comes on the heels of a maker movement happening on Instagram right now. Here’s the short of the long: a jewelry maker announced on Instagram that she was closing her business because the “Instagram-algorithm” was not showing her posts to her followers. The video went viral and started a movement of frustrated makers “begging” Instagram to change their algorithm back to how it was 5 years ago....
EP402: Ask Me Anything Q&A
April 06, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 89.1 MBQ: How do I grow my jewelry sales on my website? A: Growing your online jewelry business sales is part strategy, part consistency, and part daily practice. One of my favorite things to do is to answer your burning questions! That’s why from time to time, I do an Ask Me Anything Q&A and today’s topic replay is all things online sales. Listen to episode #402 of Thrive by Design to get your all-access pass to Ask Me Anything Q&A – Online Sales Edition During this episode, I answer q...
EP401: How They Did It – Online Sales Panel
April 04, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 88.5 MBIf you’ve been struggling to grow your online sales using your website as a sales tool, you’ll love today’s episode! Last week, I hosted a panel of makers who shared how they grew their jewelry businesses, online, Every story of growth is different AND every designer is at a different level of success. The designers featured have customized designs, handmade jewelry, metal clay jewelry, fine jewelry and more. So if you’d like to get more warm traffic and convert more customers from s...
EP400: From Extreme Burnout to Creatively Inspired with Morgan McGoff
March 30, 2023 04:00 - 32 minutes - 44.9 MBOvercoming Creative Burnout in Jewelry Business: Discover how Morgan McGoff of Skinny Dip jewelry rekindled her passion, boosted sales by 26%, and found inspiration in the Train Your Customers to Buy Online Program. Listen to episode #400 of Thrive by Design for her game-changing tips! During the episode, Morgan chats about or Train Your Customers to Buy From You Online Program. This 12-week accelerator style program is Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Apply to ...
EP399: Your Business Will Only Grow As Much as You Grow
March 29, 2023 07:59 - 8 minutes - 12.1 MBHave you ever felt stuck in the same place for a LONG time? Or maybe you say that you want something to change or be different but you aren’t taking the actions to change for yourself. I’m not here to call you out [well maybe a little] but more so to HELP you overcome the biggest bottleneck to your business growth – YOU. If things aren’t growing for you, listen to today’s short and sweet episode… If you need support getting unstuck, enlist the help of a coach, community, or program...
EP 398: From Shopaholic to Personal Shopping + Custom Jewelry Design with Ulka Wilson
March 23, 2023 04:00 - 39 minutes - 54.5 MBCalling all Shopahoolics and Bright Shiny Object Lovers! This podcast is for YOU! What if you could transform your LOVE of pretty things and shopping into a thriving jewelry business? When I first met my guest on the show today, Ulka Wilson of Ulka Rocks, she proudly announced that she was a shopaholic (even as she was collecting a lot of inventory behind the scenes). Ulka is a graduate of our Train Your Customers to Buy From You Online Program which is open for enrollment. On toda...
EP397: Why Many Online Sales Strategies Fail
March 21, 2023 04:00 - 11 minutes - 16.3 MBAre you a jewelry business owner struggling to make sales online? You’ve put up a beautiful website and you’re marketing on social media. Perhaps you’re even sending out some emails here and there but for some reason you just can’t seem to make predictable online sales? Growing your jewelry website sales takes a strategic approach that’s part tactics, part creativity, and part consistency. If you’d like to grow your online jewelry sales and train your customers to buy from you online,...
EP396: How Live Selling Transformed Her Online Jewelry Sales
March 16, 2023 04:01 - 31 minutes - 43.3 MBThere’s a lot that goes into growing your jewelry sales – online.One thing is for sure, Live Selling is a great way to create “community” around your brand, get more website traffic, and scale your growth. I am passionate about helping jewelry business owners grow their businesses and create multiple streams of revenue. In my experience, I see a lot of jewelry makers who thrive selling in person or to stores but they can’t seem to translate that in person experience or success into e-...
EP395: 3 Rules for Planning Your Next Online Sales Promotion
March 14, 2023 04:00 - 5 minutes - 8.09 MBOne of the biggest challenges many jewelry business owners face is planning and hosting a successful promotion for a collection launch, a holiday, or even just selling out of their products. You know why? They don’t take the time out to plan their next online sales promotion because they’re busy with their in person shows, they’re overwhelmed by marketing, or they don’t know HOW to plan a successful online promotion. There are 3 rules for planning your next jewelry promotion on your web...
EP394: What's Working Now: SMS Marketing For The Jewelry Industry with Taylor Frame
March 09, 2023 05:00 - 31 minutes - 42.7 MBDid you know that 95% of all SMS (aka text) messages are opened, read and responded to within 3 minutes? If you think about this when it comes to marketing your jewelry website, this is EXCITING information. You know why? Because, when a subscriber opens up your message, the chances that they’ll click through to your website are so much higher than email marketing. The data tells us that 19% of people click through on average to an SMS message as opposed to just 3% in an email (via sm...
EP393: We're hiring! Plus, Tips For Training a Marketing Assistant
March 08, 2023 02:31 - 10 minutes - 13.9 MBMarketing is the gasoline that fuels the sales engine in your jewelry business. It’s one of the most important revenue generating activities a business owner can spend time on. A lot of creative types #dislike marketing so instead of leaning in, they either blow it off or do it poorly which means their sales suffer, OR they want to hire someone to do it for them. The BIG problem I often see is that a jewelry business owner decides to hire a marketing assistant and it ends up not working ...
EP392: How to Grow Your Custom Jewelry Business in 2023
March 02, 2023 05:00 - 27 minutes - 38.1 MBOne of the best moves I ever made as a jewelry designer was scaling down my jewelry business to focus only on fine, custom jewelry for private clients. The reason WHY I love it so much is because you can make so much more money per piece when you’re delivering an experience for someone. It took me some time to get it going but when I did amazing things happened - the referrals from google, my previous customers, and social media started flooding in. To this day, I barely need to ma...
EP391: 3 Questions You Need on Your Custom Jewelry Forms to Close More Prospects
February 28, 2023 05:00 - 10 minutes - 14.7 MBIf you a fine jeweler designing custom work, this quick Thrive by Design Short Episode will hopefully serve you. Update your custom jewelry form with 3 really important questions if you want to increase the quality of clients that you get. Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Apply for The Custom Jewelry Growth Accelerator Buy My Book: The Desired Brand Effect Are you enjoying the podcast? We’d be so grateful if you gave us a rating and review! Your 5 star rating...
EP390: 5 Ways to Increase Your Online Sales Conversions for Fine + Custom Jewelry
February 23, 2023 05:00 - 21 minutes - 28.9 MBDo you design custom fine jewelry? Are you a private jewelry designer who works only with private commissioned clients? Are you thinking about adding a custom jewelry option to your fine jewelry website? If you’re designing fine jewelry or high-end jewelry like engagement rings, wedding bands, heirloom redesign, or private commissions, I’ve got a great podcast episode for you today. I’m breaking down how to increase your online presence and sales conversions using your website as a...
EP389: Can I Grow My Jewelry Business Without Social Media?
February 21, 2023 17:05 - 8 minutes - 11.5 MBAre you completely overwhelmed or baffled by how to use social media like Instagram, Facebook, and Tik Tok for your jewelry business? If that’s a HECK Yes, well you’re going to love this episode. While social media can be a very important part of a digital marketing strategy for a jewelry business, it’s not 100% necessary for all types of brands. Today on this short episode of Thrive by Design, I answer the question (along with Coach Chelsea): Can I Grow My Jewelry Busine...
EP388: Jewelry Brand Makeover Bootcamp Recap
February 16, 2023 18:55 - 28 minutes - 39.1 MBI am still coming down from the HIGH of the Jewelry Brand Makeover Bootcamp! What about YOU? On the show today, I did a quick and dirty recap of some of my favorite parts of the bootcamp today and some of my key takeaways including… My vision to help 1000 jewelry business owners grow or add an additional 100K to their sales or a number that’s meaningful to them. Key bootcamp metrics and takeaways from the group The cliff’s notes of the key takeaways from the 60 to 90 minute tea...
Tuesday Tip Bonus: Building a Business Aligned With Your Vision of Success
February 14, 2023 08:24 - 28 minutes - 38.6 MBAt the end of the day, things will settle out at a certain point. And it's not going to always be like this. Remember that this is just a cycle. And those who can look at it as a cycle will be so much better. Do the work now. And just get all the things that you need in place for your business. Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Laying the Foundation Program Thrive by Design Podcast Are you enjoying the podcast? We’d be so grateful if you gave us a rating and revie...
EP387: How Much Should I Pay Myself As a Jewelry Designer?
February 09, 2023 05:00 - 23 minutes - 32.8 MBWe just wrapped up the Jewelry Brand Makeover Bootcamp and it was AMAZING! We welcomed 172 (and counting) jewelry business owners into our Laying the Foundation Program. During the bootcamp, I got this question several times: How much should I pay myself as a jewelry designer? The mindset and psychology behind your pricing is really powerful and an important factor to paying yourself. That’s why today, I’m sharing a snippet from our Ask Me Anything Q&A. The answer to this one question ...
Tuesday Tip: How to Find the Money to Invest in Your Business
February 07, 2023 05:00 - 10 minutes - 13.8 MBWhen you're investing in your business, I want you to think like this isn't about the output that's coming out of your bank account. It's about the input that will eventually be coming into your bank account. Here are the resources mentioned in the show: Laying The Foundation 👉 https://www.flourishthriveacademy.com/ltf Book a Concierge Call 👉 https://www.flourishthriveacademy.com/concierge/ The Desired Brand Effect 👉 https://desiredbrandeffect.com/ Are you enjoying the...
EP386: When is the Right Time to Get Coaching For Your Jewelry Business
February 03, 2023 20:18 - 26 minutes - 36.7 MBEveryone looks at the cost of a book, coach, or program. Nobody considers the cost of being in the same place 1 year from now. If you’ve been considering coaching for your jewelry business, you may be wondering things like.. When is the right time to hire a coach or take a coaching program? Is my business too new for coaching? Am I too experienced to hire a coach? Can I actually afford to hire a coach? What kind of coaching is right for me now? Let’s chat… I get DMs all of...
Tuesday Tip: Having the Courage to Bet on Yourself
January 31, 2023 05:00 - 8 minutes - 11.5 MBIf you're still working a full time job and you're trying to grow your jewelry business. If you're someone who is a full time mom, trying to make time to get your business off the ground or you're someone who just wants to transition from your career and do it all. I'm interviewing a designer named Candice Eve Padro of Abstracted Reverie. And she joined our Laying The Foundation program about 10 months ago or so. And I just love hearing her story because she is talking about what it actual...
EP385: Her Jewelry Business Became a Safe Haven From an Abusive Relationship
January 26, 2023 05:00 - 19 minutes - 27.2 MBIt takes a lot of courage to walk away from an abusive relationship. So, when your jewelry business is part of the reason that you’re able to get out, heal and move forward… Well, that’s a true WHY for going all in on it! On the podcast today, I interviewed a very courageous woman, Claire Steckel of Skoll and Jewelry. She took a bet on herself to go all in on her jewelry business to quit her job, leave an abusive relationship, and lean into her strengths as a maker. During t...
Tuesday's Tip: From Corporate to Intentional Jewelry with Joel Ingalswon
January 24, 2023 05:00 - 20 minutes - 28.7 MBOne of the biggest reasons that creative businesses fail is because they aren't structured and they don't have a systematic way to grow their company. And so even though they might have gotten some success and sales and traction, you know, just doing all the things and putting themselves out there. What ends up happening is eventually they end up backtracking because they don't have the structure internally in their business to actually set themselves up for success. So if you are struggling...
EP384: Growing a Jewelry Business in Retirement with Rina Luban
January 19, 2023 05:00 - 29 minutes - 40.2 MBImagine it’s 6 months from now and you have a website that’s making sales from people you didn’t know, collections that are sold out, and an increase in overall sales by 30%? If you’re a maker who’s starting your business in retirement,, I think you’d feel pretty good, right? That’s what happened when Rina Luban decided to be open to the *signs* to be ready to be ready to be ready (nod to Abraham Hicks)... …so that when the teacher showed up, she was ready to learn and change. On toda...